Saturday, April 19, 2014

Yin and Yang: Beauty Photography

Remember my Powder Ballet Photo Shoot December two years ago? I had mini-reunion with one of my models twelve months after the ballet session with her. I got the honor of shooting her and her cousin for a Beauty Photography Fun Shoot that was scheduled just in the spur of the moment.

Meet Celeste and Shannon.



Just two of the most feminine and sweetest subject for photography I have had. They are not professional models, FYI, but wold you believe? They are full-time students (and yes, Celeste even had her books with her during the shoot) but have been very easy to work with. They have a positive but very distinct energies from each other. It was a wonderful afternoon that stretched until evening so quickly.

Special credits to Darryl Lara for selflessly lending me his photography gears and to my favorite team:
Hair and Make Up: Karina Asetre
Production Assistant: Anna Domini
Production Assistant (and fan to the HMUA): Niel

Without further ado, the best photos of the day:

CELESTE







SHANNON






and more...



For a rare moment, I got to convince my team to pose for me as well!



Thanks to my beautiful ladies! <3

Friday, April 18, 2014

My Skin Essentials for Summer 2014

Everyone's favorite season for beach getaways and nature trip is here! Although we may have some frequent rains lately, no one can't deny the summer heat is really here. 

We may love the sun and the sands but one thing we regret after is our skin. Out skin gets dry from the hot weather not only because the sun heats up but because we may get dehydrated, too! Our skin also gets exposed to the sun even if we are not directly under it unless we stay in a dark room. And lastly, as we travel, we expose our skin to oil and dirt.

So here are My Skin Essentials list for summer:

1. Hydrate with Water


Drink more than 8 glasses a day! Our body needs eight glasses but summer heats up our body and our body burns up faster during this season. We also avoid heat stroke if we hydrate, so never forget the secret to a glowing skin maybe just a few more glass of water.


2. Protect with Natural Products

Since we cannot avoid going under the sun, allow your skin to be exposed after using products that will protect and help your skin maintain its beauty. I highly recommend My Skin Origins products not only because its smell so refreshing but it also has SPF 45 and it uses only natural products. 


For nourishing, revitalizing and to lighten your skin, use Revitalizing Pinkish Glow. 

Summer Tip: The My Skin Origins Facial Day Cream for this set is also a perfect alternative to your moisturizers. After cleansing and toning, apply the cream and viola,your skin is ready to go. Apply lip gloss, some light eye makeup and your perfect summer skin is a vavavoom!



Go for a body that is white and glowing with Ultra White Body Set. Its good for exfoliating and fixing skin pigmentation.

Summer Tip: The Ultra White Day Lotion works with instant powers. Your skin looks younger immediately after applying. When you want to be refreshed from the summer heat, apply the Day Lotion and the smell will relax you and give you that positive vibe!



Prepare to be confident with your underarms, use Extreme White Underarm Set.

Summer Tip: Products do not work miracles if you don't use them faithfully. Make sure not to miss using the product to see best results.



Keep pimples away and lift out dead skin with Acne Perfecting Facial Set.

Summer Tip: When taking a bath, enjoy washing your body with the My Skin Beauty Bar. Leave the soap in your skin for a few minutes--sing and enjoy a bubbly wash before rinsing off to allow the ingredients to work better.



Maintain that white beautiful skin and use Ultra White Facial Set.

Summer Tip: The My Skin Night Serum is best to lock in moisture to your face. You will wake up in the morning as if you had a long beauty rest! Do not forget to use it before going to bed.


3. Pamper your Skin with Facials

Visit My Skin Origins with your girlfriends and reward your skin with facials and other various skin treatment. Have a good laugh and bonding time while you have your skin being taken cared of. To know more about their facial and other derma services, visit them at Door 2, #93 Jacinto Street, Davao City. You may also visit their Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/MySkinOrigins.


Because I was born with a list of allergies, I have been looking for a skin care that will be safe and effective for me and I found them with My Skin Origins. Thanks, My Skin! <3

A shameless selfie worth sharing. Taken a morning after my facial with My Skin--before my morning rituals. Yey or Nay?

Friday, April 4, 2014

Sunnies by Charlie Opens in Davao City

The most fashionable eyewear in the Philippines finally reached the Davao City scene and opened its first branch at the Chimes Specialty Store.

The lifestyle brand based in Manila was founded in 2013 by friends Eric Dee, Jr., Bea Soriano, Georgina Wilson and Martine Cajucom. Contrary to most perception that the line will be selling expensive eyewear, Sunnies by Charlie is surprisingly affordable but of quality and style.

Its opening at Davao City was a highlighted by the presence of the founders themselves. A VIP launch was also made for the selected guests, bloggers and media partners. The celebrity owners mingled and had some photo ops with fans and customers. 

Thanks to Algene Cutamora, Julie Tolentino and Natalie Jill Lim for the photos!



Thanks to Juls Tolentino for the photo







(c) Natalie Lim

You can find Sunnies by Charlie at the 2nd Floor of Chimes Specialty Store, Sales Street, Davao City.
Like them on Facebook through this link. Sunnies by Charlie and Chimes Specialty Store.


Wednesday, April 2, 2014

Project 365 Photos of 2014

In December 2013, my friends Chamee, Algene and I decided to make a project for 2014.

The story behind the project was that I have been very inspired about their success stories and how they have risen above any difficult circumstance they have gone through. Being around them made me realize that even we fight our battles each day, it is possible to remain poised and exceptionally beautiful.

When I decided to make my 2014 worthwhile, I only thought of surrounding myself with positivism and great thus, I “forced-convince” my friends to join a year-long project with me to encourage my usually grumpy self to go out, find something interesting and channel my energy to something rewarding while of course doing it with friends.

The rule was simple—One photo for each day for 365 days (one year). Tag appropriate title for each photo including the hashtags #nof365photos2014 #project365 and #lifein365.

As for me, I decided to take an extra challenge for each month and create a theme!
Random January
February Danbo
Hands on March
Liquid April

Here are some of my favorites for the last three months

Hands on March.
Photo taken in Yellow Haus during the Blogging 101 for Non-Bloggers.
 




February Danbo.
Danbo awakes from a long sleep with this photo taken with the solar-powered lights from Ikea.


Random January.
Took a photo on this day with nothing but an old, crappy and pixelated camera phone because I had no other camera.


You may catch the full set of my Project 365 here (Chamee here and Algene here) or follow my Instagram account @sarahdayrit